What to do in Troms

Arts, culture and heritage

Stunning scenery might be your first reason for visiting Troms, but the chance to explore its history and creativity is also very important.

Having the time to browse art galleries and craft studios is one of the joys of travel. You will find them throughout the county.

In Troms you get the added bonus of an art-rich indigenous culture to discover (the Sami people) and the culture of the Kvæn (Finnish people that settled here along the fjords before 1945) and the Døl (arriving from certain valleys in southern Norway in the nineteenth century and settled in the valleys inland). Not least the everyday culture of fishing, farming, hunting and living up in the subarctic areas.

Water activities

Deep-sea fishing options are available along the coastline. In most cases, accommodation providers also have boats available. They have also got fishing tackle for hire.

Freshwater fishing includes fishing for salmon, arctic char, sea trout and other freshwater fish species. For more information, please contact the following companies:

River boat trips with the company Elvebåtsenteret. Elvebåtsenteret offers trips in traditional river boats on the Reisa River to Mollisfossen, a 269 metre-high waterfall in the Reisa National Park. Longer trips are available by advanced booking.

Sailing in the arctic is a unique and special adventure. Why not hire the oldest schooner in Northern Europe, Anna Rogde, with base in Harstad through the company Norway Fjord Cruise? Or just hire some smaller sailing boats from Boreal Yachting to enjoy the mountainous archipelago of Troms.

Diving and sea rafting; guided tours both on and under the water are offered from Harstad and Tromsø.

Landbased activities

Glacier walks and guided hikes in the midnight sun during summer are memorable experiences. You can also try climbing on the blue ice. The following companies can offer more information:

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